Major Label Debut

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul delve into another edition of Major Label Debut's Music Related Auction Spectacular and break down the top items they'd appreciate being gifted to them. Wanna watch MLD on  YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from  Major Label Debut !

Graham is joined by veteran arts journalist and host of the critically acclaimed MUBI Podcast, Rico Gagliano. They discuss needle drops in movies, what they are, why we love them, and the power they hold to elevate a movie moment to a phenomenon. Also, buttered or unbuttered movie popcorn. Check out the current season of Rico’s  MUBI Podcast all about the most culture-defining needle drops of the...

Standing at the usual Major Label Debut intersection of art and commerce, Graham is joined by musician and composer Sam Kogon to discuss the darkening sky in the shadow of the rapidly expanding “AI overpass” and how to cope with the slop dripping down from above. As a leading voice in intellectual property litigation and advocate for the protection of music creators, Sam shares his perspective on...

In Major Label Debut - MLD News: Record Club III, Graham and John Paul discuss "Mutiny After Midnight", the physical only release from Johnny Blue Skies & The Dark Clouds. 📻🎚️ No song clips - go get it! Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from Major Label Debut !

Graham is joined by accomplished singer-songwriter Lenka. They discuss her first record "Lenka", her new record "Good Days" (out today -  listen now! ), as well as the sometimes paradoxical intersection of authentic songwriting and commercial sync licensing. Also, tortilla bowl salads.  📻🎚️ Lenka “The Show” (1:36) “Long Way Home” (17:56 ) “Unique” (18:30 ) “Good Days” (23:02) * times probably ina...

In the second installment of the Major Label Debut Music Movie Club, Graham and John Paul are once again joined by the inimitable Bret Berg of Museum of Home Video. They discuss a trio of vanity movie projects from Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, and Bob Dylan. Check out the trailer for Boomer Rats in the '80s!! Tune in to the MoHV livestream tomorrow May 19th at 7:30pm PDT (10:30pm EDT)! Wanna watch...

Graham is joined by Anne Richmond Boston of The Swimming Pool Q's to discuss not just the Q's time on A&M records but also the puzzling story of Anne's second solo record. That album, titled "I Should Be Happy" and recorded in the early 90s, was finally released just last year after spending more than thirty years stuck on the proverbial shelf. Anne talks about rediscovering her creativity as...

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul wade into the world of fashion and discuss the Tom Petty collaboration with John Varvatos. Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from  Major Label Debut !

Graham is joined Greg Norton, founding member of Hüsker Dü, to discuss the band’s album Candy Apple Grey, released in 1986 on Warner Brothers. They talk about the major label forces that pulled the band apart as well as what brought Greg back to playing music. Also, noodles, banh mi, and lots of coffee. 📻🎚️ Hüsker Dü “Don’t Want to Know If You Are Lonely” (1:17) The Suicide Commandos “Attacking T...

In the second installment of the Major Label Debut [News]:- Record Club, Graham and John Paul discuss Charli xcx's "Wuthering Heights". 📻🎚️ Charli xcx “Out Of Myself” (8:38) “Chains of Love”  (11:41) "House featuring John Cale” (14:37) “Eyes Of The World featuring Sky Ferreira” (14:45) “My Reminder” (16: 39)  *times probably inaccurate because of ads Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-sh...

Graham is joined by Bill Baird to discuss what he calls the "major label cautionary tale" that is Sound Team's "Movie Monster". Released on Capitol Records in 2006, the expectations for Sound Team's major label debut were big, but creative issues with the album, questionable spending by the label, and critical reception from one particular outlet doomed not only the album, but the entire band.   A...

Intrepid auction-watchers Graham and John Paul each discuss their top three picks from Jim Irsay's collection - exploring iconic music memorabilia, rare guitars, and a bunch of other cool stuff. Also, John Paul attempts to understand Graham's distaste for Pink Floyd. Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from  Major Label Debut !

In a Major Label Debut first, Graham is joined by returning guests Colin Newman and Malka Spigel. They talk shady labels, artist advocacy and the importance of maintaining (or fighting to regain) artistic control of work, as well as their love of cats. Also, don't eat in the studio. Buy Immersion’s new record WTF?? as well as Colin and Malka’s weekly radio show swimming in sound 📻🎚️ Immersion  “U...

In this inaugural episode of Major Label Debut Podcast Network’s Record Club, Graham and John Paul discuss Dry Cleaning’s lastest record “Secret Love”. 📻🎚️ Dry Cleaning “Scratchcard Lanyard” (2:43) Sparklehorse “Piano Fire” (3:12) Dry Cleaning “Joy” (18:02) “Let Me Grow and You’ll See the Fruit” (19:30) “Evil Evil Idiot” (22:06) Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And every...

Joining Graham this week is Ramesh Srivastava to discuss Voxtrot's self-titled 2007 debut - the only full length the band would make before breaking up in 2010. They discuss the challenges of album leaks, the significance of reviews, the journey of self-discovery in the music industry, and the impact of audience perception on artistic growth. Ramesh also shares his insights on finding purpose in c...

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul investigate theories about Radiohead's newly formed company and discuss if it means new music from the band is on the horizon. Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from  Major Label Debut !

Graham is joined by YK Records founder, fellow podcast host, and pioneer of the intersection of music and the early internet, Michael Eades. Michael shares his passion for building and fostering creative communities outside of the mainstream music industry silo. They discuss how the dial-up modem days compare with the current internet landscape, the need for conscious engagement in discovering new...

Intrepid correspdondents Graham and John Paul discuss the Super Bowl's pregame and halftime shows. Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from  Major Label Debut !

Joining Graham this week is Steve Bays of Hot Hot Heat to discuss the band's 2005 album, Elevator. Graham and Steve talk about the realities of touring, the impact of mental health on musicians, and the value of passion projects. Also, pad thai and California gas station wine. 📻🎚️ Hot Hot Heat “Goodnight Goodnight” (1:32) Liars “Mr You’re On Fire Mr” (7:02) Hot Hot Heat “Bandages” (12:42) “Middle...

Intrepid correspdondents Graham and John Paul discuss Pitchfork's pivot to a subscription model as well as an exciting announcement from the MLD Podcast Network. Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from Major Label Debut !

Graham is joined by Greta Morgan to discuss her memoir, The Lost Voice. Greta shares the evolution of her musical identity after being diagnosed with a disorder that robbed her of her voice. They also talk about the complexities of band dynamics, the impact of COVID-19 on creativity, and the transformative journey of writing a memoir. Also, homemade cinnabons and superfood lattes, or celery and bu...

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul celebrate the life and legacy of Bob Weir and offer a guided introduction to the Grateful Dead. 📻🎚️ Grateful Dead “St. Steven” (5:30) “Truckin’” (8:07) Bob Weir “Cassidy” (10:22) Grateful Dead “Althea” (13:22) “Touch Of Grey” (15:10) Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from  Major Label Debut !

Picture this: you are standing at the intersection of Art and Commerce. It is a hectic crossing; a convoluted tangle with countless voices offering advice anywhere on the scale from utterly awful to actually useful but no easy way to discern which is which. Here to clear a path is Randy Ojeda, manager and music lawyer but for purpose of continuing the mind illustration, a crossing guard the traffi...

Intrepid correspondents Graham and John Paul talk about the future - Happy New Year! Wanna watch MLD on YouTube ? Need an MLD  t-shirt or mug ? And everything else from  Major Label Debut !

In this spirit of the season we reflect on the support of our dearest friends with this rebroadcast. From all of us at MLD, take care and Happy Holidays! Graham is joined by drummer, composer, songwriter, long-time friend and grilled cheese wizard, Greg Alsop to discuss the industry through the lens of their band, Tokyo Police Club. A candid conversation between two friends about creativity, music...